By @James_theGrad – 10/29/2024 – Comment
Promoter Oscar De La Hoya is considering Ryan Garcia to fight Teofimo Lopez when he returns in 2025. De La Hoya posted on social media asking his fans their thoughts on Ryan (24-1, 20 KOs) who will face Teofimo when he returns next year.
Garcia Made Weight
Oscar doesn’t say he wants a Garcia vs. Teofimo was in 140 or 147. Given that Ryan was outclassed in his last fight against former WBC light welterweight champion Devin Haney, he should fight at 147 or catchweight at 150. returns to action. He’s been struggling since his last fight, and it’s clear that he’s not doing enough to run the pounds.
It would be a mistake if De La Hoya is willing to match Garcia against Teofimo (21-1, 13 KOs) in his first fight after being suspended for a year for a PED test. Teo is too good of a fighter for Kingry to fight after more than a year on the shelf following his win over Devin Haney on April 20.
Ryan has gained weight around the middle in the six months he’s been out of the ring, and the fat is showing on his face and upper body. Losing that weight would take something out of him.
We all saw how Ryan gassed up in the championship round against Haney, and was able to fight hard during the spurts. That’s why Haney was able to win rounds to make it a close fight in the end. Ryan’s strength overwhelmed him. It will be too bad for Ryan, 26, if he fades against Teofimo, because he can punch, move and has a good chin.
Tuneup is required for Garcia
Ideally, Ryan needs to take a hit or two before facing Teofimo in 2025. Going straight into that fight after a 12-18 month layoff would be foolish. He might, but not if he runs out of steam after seven rounds, like in the Haney fight.
We all can’t wait @RyanGarcia come back. WHAT ARE YOU THINKING? @TeofimoLopez ?
— Oscar De La Hoya (@OscarDeLaHoya) October 29, 2024
Last updated on 10/29/2024
